XPCleaner Descriptions:

XPCleaner is the latest rogue anti-spyware software that endangers the world of computers. XPCleaner usually installed itself onto your PC without your permission, through Zlob.Trojan, Virus or fake software. XPCleaner will display fake system alerts or fake security alerts to trick user to buy the paid version of XPCleaner, in order to remove the potential and reported problems. Not only does it cause your machine to slow down dramatically, it would also put your privacy and data in risk.

Download SpyHunter* Spyware Detection Utility.

Manual Removal Instructions:

Stop XPCleaner Processes:
(Learn how to do this)
XPC.exe

Find and Delete these XPCleaner Files:
(Learn how to do this)
XPC.exe
XPC.lnk
XPC.url
Uninstall XPC.lnk

Remove XPCleaner Registry Values:
(Learn how to do this)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\XPCleaner

Download SpyHunter* Spyware Detection Utility.

You can also download the free version of Avira Antivir to remove the spyware (update)

AntiVirus
ALWIL Software avast! v4.7 Home Edition (32/64-bit) (28 language versions)
ALWIL Software avast! v4.7 Professional Edition (32/64-bit) (28 language versions)
ALWIL Software avast! Virus Cleaner Tool - version 1.0.209 (32-bit) (Czech)
ClamWin portable v0.88.5
ESET NOD32 v2.70.31 or newer (32/64-bit, Installs as 32-bit under Vista x64)
Etrust Etrust EZ CA Antivirus v8.2.0.13 (32-bit)
Grisoft AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition v7.5.441 (32-bit)
Grisoft AVG Anti-Virus Professional Edition v7.5.441 (64-bit)
Kaspersky AntiVirus 6.0.2.614 and later versions (32/64-bit) (64 bits runs as 32 bits)
Kaspersky Internet Security 6.0.2.614 and newer (32/64-bit) (64 bits run as 32 bits)
McAfee McAfee VirusScan 11.2 build 7.2.144 only works with 32-bit,they are working on 64-bit patch
McAfee McAfee Security Center 11.2 build 7.2.144 only works with 32-bit,they are working on 64-bit patch
McAfee AntiVirus 8.5i (32-bit)
McAfee McAfee Site Advisor for IE or Firefox (32-bit)
McAfee Stinger v2.60 (32-bit)
Microsoft Windows Live OneCare 1.5 (32-bit - NOTE: Have to open some ports to get Windows Mobile Device Center to work )
Norman Virus Control
Panda Antivirus 2007 (32-bit)
Softwin Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 10 Build 247 (32-bit)
Symantec

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This goes for all the people who think Vista is a piece of shit and have decided to be loyal to XP.

Now here you need VistaBootPro. Start Windows XP and launch VistaBootPro. Now Go to Manage OS Entries and then select the Microsoft Windows Vista entry. Click on the Delete button and confirm that you want to delete Windows Vista from the BCD Registry then you can close VistaBootPro.

Now you need open Computer Management tool, you can do this by bringing up the RUN box by Win key + R and then type “mmc compmgmt.msc” without quotes.

Select Disk Management from left menu. You will see a list with all your partitions, select the partition where you have installed Windows Vista, right click on it and choose Format.

Once you choose to format it will ask for certain settings, I recommend you to use the default settings for both and press the OK button.

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VirusHeat Descriptions:

VirusHeat, or VirusHeat 4.3, or VirusHeat 3.9, is the latest counterfeit anti-spyware software that endangers the world of computers. It’s believed that VirusHeat is a new variant of VirusProtect, SpyLocked and SpyCrush. VirusHeat usually installed itself onto your PC without your permission, through Zlob.Trojan, Virus or fake software. VirusHeat will display fake system alerts or fake security alerts to trick user to buy the paid version of VirusHeat, in order to remove the potential and reported problems. Likely error messages include, “Your computer is infected with Spyware. Your Security and Privacy are in Danger” or “Spyware programs can steal your credit card numbers and bank information details. The computer can be used sending spam and you may get popups with adult or any other unwanted content” or “System has detected a number of active spyware applications that may impact the performance of your computer. Click the icon to get rid of unwanted spyware by downloading an up-to-date antispyware solution.” Not only does it cause your machine to slow down dramatically, it would also put your privacy and data in risk.

It becomes obvious that VirusHeat must be removed from your computer

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Today I went for the CEH v5 exam, EC-Council certification# 312-50, I'd been studying for it for a while. It had no less than 150 questions - and pretty tough ones too - but I managed to pass it (85% which is OK considering US law was part of the Qs).

I can really recommend you to go for this exam - it's somethin' else dude! The questions are short and exact (still multiple choice), but just the process of going there is VERY cool and interesting. Personally I downloaded a lot of spooky tools and guides, created an isolated network with virtual machines and tested, tested, tested. It was fun I can tell you - I can't seem to stop studying this stuff!

I also read 2 books on the journey:
- Michael Gregg: Certified Ethical Hacker Exam Prep (very good)
- Kimberly Graves: Official Certified Ethical Hacker Review Guide (very brief)

If you're a totally cool (and white) hacker dude already, you could probably go for the latter only (it will give you the overall idea of what this exam is

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if you got a e-mail with a subject is "paypal confirmation" . paypal want to review your account and you can click a "Resolution center" for your confirmation. A "resolution link" is www.paypalupdate.com. So ignore it and do not click a link because PAYPAL NEVER SEND ANY E MAIL AND CALL US LIKE DEAR CUSTOMER OR DEAR PAYPAL MEMBER. Paypal always use our real name when paypal send us a e-mail.

So for paypal member, please be careful. if you got a peculiar e-mail report it to paypal. If you already click that link and already write username and your password, maybe a best advice is close your account as soon as possible.